On Distant Shores [v0.12] May 2026

A middle-aged man attempting to crawl out of a "personal hell" of loneliness and guilt.

As an early access project (v0.12), the game is being released incrementally. Players typically find these updates on platforms like Patreon or Itch.io , where the developer provides: New story chapters and character interactions. Updated artwork and character sprites. Bug fixes and performance improvements. On Distant Shores [v0.12]

In this story, the protagonist is a man in his fifties who, after losing his family and living through years of depression, is offered a chance at a new life. However, as he attempts to move forward, he is haunted by his past and must navigate complex new relationships and difficult choices. Key Narrative Elements A middle-aged man attempting to crawl out of

Something from the past wants to keep the protagonist trapped, even as new friends offer a brighter future. Updated artwork and character sprites